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Make Time for Success is a podcast designed for busy people who are ready to improve not just their productivity, but also their self-esteem and self-confidence. If you’re looking for the secrets to making productivity feel light and easy rather than something you want to run from, this is the podcast for you. In each episode, psychologist and Procrastination Coach Dr. Christine Li shares effective tips and strategies to help you start building your most joyful, creative, and abundant life. Episodes will include interviews with guest experts who have made the breakthrough to living life fully, as well as stories and reflections from Dr. Li’s own life and work. You’ll hear lessons from Dr. Li’s book, “5-Minute Self-Discipline Habits: Stay Motivated, Cultivate Good Habits, and Achieve Your Goals” and learn how to use the S.M.A.C.K. Solution, a mixture of mindfulness and anxiety-reducing strategies, to keep your fears quiet and your goals in sharp focus. You’ll discover that when you remove the mental, emotional, and physical barriers that are blocking you from getting things done, you'll be able to create more time to excel and thrive. When you listen to the Make Time for Success podcast, you'll soon see what it feels like to have your motivation and energy skyrocket! *THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY IN SEEKING IT BECAUSE OF ANYTHING YOU HAVE SEEN OR HEARD FROM DR. CHRISTINE LI OR THIS PODCAST.

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October 1, 2026Episode 30336 min

Time Audit 101: How to Track Your Hours and Finally See Where They Go with Lori Oberbroeckling

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li interviews Lori Oberbroeckling, author of Secrets of Supermom and host of the Secrets of Supermom podcast, about her recent experiment with a 7-day time audit. Lori Oberbroeckling shares insights on tracking every 15 minutes of her week, the revelations it brought about invisible labor and delegation, and strategies for managing energy and intentionally creating space for personal fulfillment. Tune in to learn actionable steps for understanding where your time goes and making meaningful changes to your schedule and mindset. Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling is passionate about helping busy moms create lives they love—at work and at home. She believes moms shouldn’t have to choose between a meaningful career, a fulfilling home life, and their own happiness. With the right systems, support, and mindset, it’s possible to build a life where all of those things work together. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode and guest, Lori Oberbroeckling, and previews the topic: time audit. 00:03:19 - Dr. Christine Li asks Lori Oberbroeckling how the time audit began. 00:04:32 - Lori Oberbroeckling explains what a time audit is and her method. 00:05:47 - Lori Oberbroeckling describes her 7-day tracking experience and origin (argument with her husband). 00:07:53 - Lori Oberbroeckling reveals her husband didn’t complete the time audit. 00:09:08 - Lori Oberbroeckling identifies her four “life buckets” when analyzing her time: day job, business, service to family, and self-care. 00:11:12 - Lori Oberbroeckling discusses surprises, like discovering she repeatedly did chores she’d delegated. 00:13:36 - Lori Oberbroeckling reflects on why she took on others’ tasks and emotional impact. 00:15:58 - Discussion about teaching children responsibility for chores. 00:19:24 - Lori Oberbroeckling shares her “me time” statistics and realization about personal growth. 00:22:17 - Advice on starting with a time audit; Lori Oberbroeckling stresses the importance of awareness. 00:26:47 - Conversation shifts to energy management and intentionality with time. 00:29:34 - Lori Oberbroeckling offers advice for those feeling overwhelmed or exhausted. 00:33:12 - Lori Oberbroeckling shares where listeners can access her toolkit and connect. 00:34:06 - Info about the free time audit worksheet and links. 00:35:06 - Episode close with next steps and gratitude. To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/supermom To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Us! Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP Lori Oberbroeckling Website: https://www.secretsofsupermom.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/secretsofsupermom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretsofsupermom Podcast: https://secretsofsupermom.com/the-blog/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/secretsofsupermom

September 24, 2026Episode 30240 min

What's Your Success Archetype? Redefining Ambition for Women in Midlife with Kusum Basavaraju

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, join Dr. Christine Li and special guest Kusum Basavaraju, an identity and leadership coach for ambitious working moms, as they dive deep into redefining success and ambition for women in midlife. Kusum Basavaraju shares her powerful journey from India to Wall Street, her struggles with self-confidence and societal expectations, and how she learned to listen to her own intuition. Together, they explore the pressures women face, balancing ambition with motherhood, and the importance of self-leadership and designing a life that aligns with your true self. Discover practical insights, strategies for tapping into your inner knowing, and learn about Kusum Basavaraju’s Success Archetype Quiz to help women break free from limiting patterns and step into their authentic power. Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Christine Li introduces Kusum Basavaraju and previews the episode’s themes. 00:03:29 Kusum Basavaraju begins describing her leadership journey and focus on self-leadership. 00:06:00 Kusum Basavaraju shares her upbringing in India and struggles with self-worth and beauty standards. 00:08:15 Kusum Basavaraju discusses moving to the US and how her perspective on her skin color shifted. 00:10:16 Kusum Basavaraju details her corporate experience and realizations about models of success she didn’t want to emulate. 00:14:31 Kusum Basavaraju talks about learning to listen to her body and intuition rather than just logic. 00:17:37 Kusum Basavaraju explains how to build trust in intuition by recalling personal examples. 00:20:05 Kusum Basavaraju describes techniques for handling uncertainty and fear in decision-making. 00:23:44 Kusum Basavaraju outlines her coaching work with ambitious working mothers. 00:26:26 Kusum Basavaraju addresses motherhood, ambition, the myth of balance, and finding harmony. 00:30:04 Kusum Basavaraju discusses simplifying the complex issues ambitious mothers face. 00:32:42 Dr. Christine Li and Kusum Basavaraju highlight the importance of ongoing personal development. 00:35:06 Kusum Basavaraju relates the impact of a mother’s fulfillment on her children’s success. 00:35:40 Kusum Basavaraju explains her Success Archetype Quiz for identifying personal definitions of success. 00:38:09 Dr. Christine Li shares how listeners can access the quiz and thanks Kusum. 00:39:19 Kusum Basavaraju gives details for connecting with her on social media. 00:40:03 Dr. Christine Li closes out the podcast episode. To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/kusum To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Us! Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP Kusum Basavaraju Website: https://www.instagram.com/kismetbykusum/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KusumBasavaraju Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kismetbykusum/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kismetbykusum YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kismetbykusum Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-inner-golden-hour-podcast/id1722285678 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kusumbasavaraju/

September 17, 2026Episode 30140 min

Do It Scared: How to Grow When Comfort Is Holding You Back with Megan Blacksmith

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes transformation leader Megan Blacksmith to discuss the power of "doing it scared" when growth feels daunting and comfort is holding you back. Together, they explore why waiting for the “right time” is often a trap, the ways our subconscious beliefs keep us stuck, and how to proactively choose transformation before circumstances force your hand. Megan Blacksmith shares personal stories, actionable strategies from NLP, and inspiration for taking bold steps—even when fear is present—so you can break through plateaus and move toward your next level of success. Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode theme of "do it scared" and guest Megan Blacksmith 00:03:06 Dr. Christine Li kicks off the discussion about doing things scared; asks Megan Blacksmith for insights 00:03:32 Megan Blacksmith describes her journey and pattern of change involving big life shifts 00:05:55 Megan Blacksmith reflects on proactively choosing growth instead of being forced into it 00:07:03 Megan Blacksmith shares importance of leaving comfort to grow and taking uncomfortable steps 00:08:47 Megan Blacksmith describes realizing time wasn’t the issue, but fear of taking steps was 00:11:27 Megan Blacksmith gives example of her mother doing something scary at nearly 80 00:13:16 Megan Blacksmith shares the universal model of change and the cycle between comfort, discomfort, and growth 00:17:22 Megan Blacksmith discusses recognizing plateaus as signs of deeper growth needed 00:19:25 Megan Blacksmith describes her own proactive approach to preparing for growth by having tough conversations 00:22:41 Megan Blacksmith on accepting negative outcomes to move forward bravely 00:24:34 Dr. Christine Li and Megan Blacksmith discuss the myth of time as an obstacle and uncovering deeper fears 00:27:33 Megan Blacksmith explains NLP and its role in uncovering and rewriting subconscious beliefs 00:31:18 Megan Blacksmith describes certification programs and her own "do it scared" leap to expand her events 00:37:01 Megan Blacksmith offers a special gift and how listeners can access her resources 00:38:09 Dr. Christine Li repeats the free podcast link and encourages listeners to reach out 00:39:05 Dr. Christine Li closes the episode and gives contact info for feedback To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/doitscared To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Us! Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP Megan Blacksmith Website: http://blacksmithtrainingco.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacksmithTrainingCo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacksmith_training_co/

September 10, 2026Episode 30017 min

How to Reset and Reconnect: A Quick Meditation for Daily Clarity

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this special 300th episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li guides listeners through a gentle, hope-filled meditation designed for daily clarity, reset, and reconnection. Celebrate new beginnings, learn how to release stress, and harness the power of intentional choices to shape your reality. Take a deep breath, open yourself to possibilities, and make time for success—one mindful moment at a time. Starting September 14th, Dr. Li will be hosting a week-long free decluttering event called Re-Energize Your Home. This will be 15th round of this magical event where you will learn not only how to finally address your clutter, but also how to elevate your energy in the process. Go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/clutterfree to register today. Timestamps 00:00:00 Welcome to episode 300, celebration and reflection on reaching this milestone. 00:01:29 Introduction to the meditation – hopeful, reflective, intended as a reset. 00:02:16 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself, shares podcast goals. 00:02:58 Instructions to prepare for meditation – find a quiet space, prepare to reset. 00:03:49 Begin meditation: guidance to sit still and relax. 00:04:47 Focus on being present, letting go of distractions. 00:05:21 Openness to both foreseeable and unforeseen possibilities. 00:06:19 Sharpening intuition to notice, receive, and recognize opportunities. 00:07:13 Shifting mindset: life happens for us, not to us; daily choices shape reality. 00:08:14 Emphasizing the power and responsibility of choice. 00:08:45 Committing to self-trust in daily choices. 00:09:47 Navigating setbacks and trusting oneself to reroute. 00:10:16 Avoiding stress and choosing confident, self-trusting decisions. 00:11:12 When stressed, return to the present via breath. 00:12:06 Recap: daily new beginnings, prioritizing well-being and dreams. 00:13:47 Choosing ease, welcoming good things and opportunities flowing to us. 00:14:43 Confidence in positive outcomes, gratitude for listeners. 00:15:45 Invitation to download written meditation and anticipation for future episodes. 00:16:58 Closing remarks, subscription details, and encouragement to connect on Instagram. To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/300meditation To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

September 3, 2026Episode 29916 min

The Clutter-Guilt Cycle (Part 2): Decluttering Without the Shame Spiral

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this uplifting second part of a 2-part series, Dr. Christine Li guides listeners through strategies for breaking the cycle of clutter and guilt. Learn how to declutter your space—and your mind—while releasing shame and embracing joy along the way. Discover practical tips to protect your energy, stay focused on your goals, and celebrate every small victory as you transform your home and your habits. Starting September 14th, Dr. Li will be hosting a week-long free decluttering event called Re-Energize Your Home. This will be 15th round of this magical event where you will learn not only how to finally address your clutter, but also how to elevate your energy in the process. Go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/clutterfree to register today. Timestamps 00:00:00: Dr. Christine Li welcomes listeners, introduces episode 299 as part 2 on clutter and guilt, and recaps part 1’s focus on the emotional weight and blockage caused by clutter. 00:00:50: Shift towards strategies for decluttering with joy; preview of four strategies and an invitation to work together for free on decluttering. 00:01:28: Dr. Christine Li introduces herself, outlines her background as a psychologist and procrastination coach, and previews the podcast’s focus on actionable strategies for success. 00:02:11: Recap of previous episode’s exploration of clutter’s negative impact; poses the core question: how do we actually deal with clutter? 00:03:38: Discussion of the success pathway—momentum built on consistency, habits, and pleasure; emphasizes that happiness and joy are key to overcoming clutter. 00:04:33: Highlights the need to find joy in decluttering, countering the natural resistance and negative energy of clutter. 00:05:10: Introduction of four actionable strategies, starting with the importance of keeping the end goal in mind during decluttering. 00:06:10: Outlines the positive outcomes of a clutter-free life: better mood, abundance, and more literal and emotional space; stresses staying goal-focused. 00:07:46: Anecdote about Dolly Parton as inspiration for taking action and believing that failure is not permanent. 00:07:58: Second strategy: Conserve your energy during decluttering by addressing only a few items at a time; suggests using music and manageable sections. 00:09:23: Reframe decluttering as energy-replenishing; encourages experiencing the act as releasing what no longer serves you. 00:10:08: Third strategy: Mark progress with celebration to interrupt patterns of getting stuck and failing to acknowledge change. 00:11:15: Practice celebrating every item released; make the process joyful rather than grim. 00:11:43: Fourth strategy: Remember your role as “big boss” of your home; see your space as a foundation for bigger goals and positive impact. 00:13:15: Episode summary: Enjoy yourself, keep eyes on your goal, protect and celebrate yourself; success is both possible and planned. 00:14:10: Invitation to Dr. Christine Li’s free 5-Day Reenergize Your Home Challenge; details on how to join. 00:15:21: Closing: How to subscribe, find resources and earlier episodes, connect via Instagram, and suggest topics for future episodes. To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/clutterfree To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

August 27, 2026Episode 29825 min

The Clutter-Guilt Cycle (Part 1): How Your Stuff Becomes a Source of Shame

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li kicks off a two-part series exploring our complicated relationship with clutter. She delves into why clutter is so toxic in our lives, examining how our upbringing trains us to accumulate and attach meaning to our possessions. Dr. Christine Li unpacks the emotional toll clutter takes, from feelings of loss, guilt, and shame, to the depletion of our energy and coping abilities. Whether you struggle with clutter or know someone who does, this episode offers empathy, insight, and the first steps toward reclaiming power over your space and your well-being. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction to the clutter episode and double series context 00:00:55 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and the podcast purpose 00:01:37 Series on relationship with clutter begins; audience invitation 00:02:17 Reflecting on learning to let go and cultural accumulation bias 00:04:34 Accumulation impulses and their emotional roots 00:05:06 The Minimalists’ comedian clip on “the feeling of wanting” 00:06:00 Shopping excitement, anticipation, and the letdown of possession 00:07:14 Wanting vs. clutter, life phases, and obsolescence 00:08:41 What to do with clutter and complexity of the issue 00:09:44 Three categories of why clutter is a problem 00:09:50 Clutter makes us think of loss: money, time, energy, and security 00:13:06 The challenge of sentimental clutter and emotional attachments 00:15:07 Clutter drains energy; introduction to the Zeigarnik effect 00:16:45 Unfinished business and how clutter disrupts focus 00:17:46 Clutter generates guilt and shame; definitions and distinctions 00:19:18 Shame, social implications, gender differences, and domestic pressure 00:21:07 Guilt, shame, and loss prevent action on clutter 00:22:08 Preview of next episode and encouragement to take small decluttering steps 00:23:17 Invitation to join upcoming decluttering week event 00:24:19 Episode closing and listener call to subscribe or connect To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistency To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

August 20, 2026Episode 29719 min

Setting Yourself Up for Success: Preparation Tips for Overwhelming Tasks

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. This episode is all about conquering overwhelming tasks by setting yourself up for success. Dr. Christine Li shares seven actionable preparation strategies—including clearing mental and physical clutter, becoming your own biggest supporter, enlisting friends for accountability, using time wisely with deadlines and time limits, setting a positive philosophy, and reconnecting with your “why.” These practical tips are designed to help you not only start but also complete your big projects with ease, positivity, and energy to spare. Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction to the episode and topic overview 00:00:51 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and the podcast’s mission 00:01:33 Setting the stage for tackling overwhelming projects 00:02:38 Tip 1: Clear your mental clutter 00:04:13 Tip 2: Decide to be your biggest supporter 00:07:18 Tip 3: Declutter your physical environment 00:08:51 Tip 4: Get a friend for support and accountability 00:10:31 Tip 5: Use time in different ways, set deadlines 00:13:39 Tip 6: Set a guiding philosophy for your project 00:15:04 Tip 7: Remind yourself of your purpose and “why” 00:16:21 Summary and encouragement 00:17:26 Resources, worksheet offer, and closing remarks 00:18:14 Podcast outro and how to connect To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistency To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

August 13, 2026Episode 29637 min

Friendship Skills for Adults with ADHD and Autism: Tips from Caroline Maguire

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Discover the journey to authentic and fulfilling friendships as an adult—especially for those with ADHD and autism. In this episode, hosts Dr. Christine Li and ADHD coach Caroline Maguire explore the challenges and triumphs of making friends when you're neurodivergent or newly diagnosed. They discuss overcoming shame, letting go of unhealthy expectations, and embracing your true self, along with practical strategies for building meaningful connections at every stage of life. Whether you're seeking to grow your social circles or simply feel more comfortable in your own skin, this empowering conversation offers inspiration and actionable tips for finding and maintaining authentic relationships. Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC is an internationally recognized expert in social-emotional learning, ADHD coaching, and relationship development. She is the author of the award-winning book, Why Will No One Play with Me? and FRIENDSHIP SKILLS FOR NEURODIVERGENT ADULTS (Balance Books, April 2026), and hosts The ADHD Social Playbook podcast. An educator, coach, and sought-after speaker, Caroline developed a comprehensive Social Emotional Learning (SEL) training methodology that equips parents, clinicians, and educators with practical tools to build self-awareness, emotional regulation, social understanding, and meaningful relationships. As a neurodivergent person with ADHD, dyslexia, and learning disabilities, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Christine Li introduces episode and guest Caroline Maguire 00:01:13 Caroline Maguire’s credentials and expertise highlighted 00:03:18 Start of interview, focus on books and friendship 00:04:29 Caroline Maguire’s coaching journey and identifying friendship struggles 00:06:15 Discussion on neurodivergence diagnoses in adulthood 00:07:35 Caroline Maguire shares her personal friendship challenges 00:09:53 Path to authenticity and shifting friendships over life stages 00:12:09 The impact of shame and fitting in, especially for women 00:14:39 On masking, adapting, and burnout 00:17:02 Mental health impacts of masking and people-pleasing 00:20:37 Importance of authenticity and not shrinking oneself 00:23:35 Defining and pursuing personal goals 00:25:14 Positive outcomes from self-acceptance and authenticity 00:28:15 Trends and new opportunities in making friends post-COVID 00:31:26 Recent low-stakes ways to connect (ex: mahjong) 00:32:34 Loss of “third place”; hopes for new community spaces 00:34:26 Caroline Maguire’s resources and book mentioned 00:36:27 Closing encouragement: change is always possible 00:37:08 Dr. Christine Li closes episode To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/friendship To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Us! Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP Caroline Maguire Website: https://carolinemaguireauthor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCarolineM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorcarolinem/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorCarolineM TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorcarolinem YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@authorcarolinem Podcast: https://adhdsocialplaybook.podbean.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorcarolinecm/

August 6, 2026Episode 29528 min

Tired of Breaking Promises to Yourself? Here's How to Keep Your Word

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li explores the challenges of staying consistent with habits and explains why relying on motivation alone is unreliable. She shares actionable strategies for cultivating true consistency, focusing on increasing personal capacity, practicing positive self-talk, being present, simplifying routines, and reducing mental "noise." Listeners will learn how to move from dissatisfaction to satisfaction by keeping their word to themselves and embracing new habits with greater success. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode on consistency and motivation 00:02:02 - Importance and benefits of consistency in life 00:03:25 - Example of trying to quit coffee and the challenge of maintaining consistency 00:04:34 - Why motivation is unreliable for consistency 00:05:24 - Introduces the concept of capacity as key to consistency 00:06:50 - Explanation of capacity versus motivation 00:08:06 - How maintaining capacity leads to easier consistency 00:09:12 - Emphasizing everyone's unlimited potential for growth and change 00:10:42 - Consistency as a vehicle from dissatisfaction to satisfaction 00:11:49 - Acknowledging sources of dissatisfaction and calling them out 00:13:03 - Tips for gearing up to be more consistent 00:14:29 - First technique: Positive self-talk and reframing identity 00:15:01 - Second idea: Be present to make better choices 00:17:24 - Third idea: Avoid overwhelm and overscheduling 00:18:40 - Fourth idea: Eliminate fear from the process 00:20:09 - Fifth idea: Simplify the process and plan responses in advance 00:21:07 - Sixth idea: Reduce "noise" such as comparison, excuses, and distractions 00:25:11 - Recap: It's about keeping your word to yourself, not the habit itself 00:27:14 - Free download offer and episode wrap-up To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistency To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

July 30, 2026Episode 29417 min

Break Free from Stagnation with These 8 Productivity Strategies

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Feeling stuck in procrastination and unable to reach your full potential? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares her top 8 tried-and-true productivity strategies to help you let go of overwhelm, show up confidently, and create meaningful progress every day. Learn how to ease up on self-judgment, banish stagnation, set boundaries, avoid time waste, and celebrate every win—big or small. Get ready to play a better, more empowered game of productivity and break free from feeling stuck! Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction to procrastination and its effects 00:01:03 Dr. Christine Li introduces herself and sets the episode’s theme 00:01:50 Overview of 8 productivity strategies 00:02:22 Strategy 1: Ease up 00:03:58 Strategy 2: Always show up 00:05:17 Strategy 3: Play and have fun 00:06:37 Strategy 4: Move away from “good/bad” language 00:08:47 Strategy 5: Go for no stagnation 00:10:05 Strategy 6: Show up for yourself first 00:12:24 Strategy 7: No time waste 00:13:54 Strategy 8: Always celebrate 00:15:54 Free download and closing remarks 00:16:30 Subscription, website, and contact information To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/8strategies To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com Gain Access to Dr. Christine Li’s Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibrary To work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Dr. Christine Li Website: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoach The Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP